
George Howard Bunting
American politician, Delaware State Senator
- Lifespan
- November 20, 1944 – February 12, 2026Nov 20, 1944 – Feb 12, 2026
- Location
- Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, USARehoboth Beach, DE

American politician, Delaware State Senator
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George was born
· Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, USA
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Bunting signed up for the Marine Corps in 1966 during the early days of the Vietnam War. He earned both a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star for his service, decorations that reflected his courage and sacrifice in combat.
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Bunting signed up for the Marine Corps in 1966 during the early days of the Vietnam War. He earned both a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star for his service, decorations that reflected his courage and sacrifice in combat.
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Bunting was first elected to the Delaware House of Representatives in 1982, beginning a political career that would span nearly three decades. He represented District 20 in the Cape Region of Delaware.
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Bunting was first elected to the Delaware House of Representatives in 1982, beginning a political career that would span nearly three decades. He represented District 20 in the Cape Region of Delaware.
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In 1996, Bunting moved to the Delaware State Senate, representing District 20 until 2013. His 17 years in the Senate gave him the seniority and influence to champion major infrastructure and veterans projects for the Cape Region.
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In 1996, Bunting moved to the Delaware State Senate, representing District 20 until 2013. His 17 years in the Senate gave him the seniority and influence to champion major infrastructure and veterans projects for the Cape Region.
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Bunting played a pivotal role in establishing Delawares two veterans cemeteries and the Delaware Veterans Home in Smyrna. These lasting institutions ensure that the states veterans receive the honor and care they deserve.
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Bunting played a pivotal role in establishing Delawares two veterans cemeteries and the Delaware Veterans Home in Smyrna. These lasting institutions ensure that the states veterans receive the honor and care they deserve.
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Bunting was a key leader in the long-term efforts to construct the new Indian River Inlet Bridge, a critical piece of infrastructure for the Cape Region. The bridge project was one of the most significant public works achievements during his legislative career.
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Bunting was a key leader in the long-term efforts to construct the new Indian River Inlet Bridge, a critical piece of infrastructure for the Cape Region. The bridge project was one of the most significant public works achievements during his legislative career.
George Bunting passed away